lav·en·der
ˈla-vən-dər 
1
a
: a Mediterranean mint (Lavandula angustifolia synonym L. officinalis) widely cultivated for its narrow aromatic leaves and spikes of lilac-purple flowers which are dried and used in sachets and from which is extracted an aromatic oil used chiefly in perfumery
b
: any of several plants congeneric with true lavender and used similarly but often considered inferior
2
: a pale purple
Examples of lavender in a Sentence
Noun
a small cloth bag filled with lavender
Recent Examples on the Web
Sarah Khan, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
It is scented with lavender and peppermint oils for a relaxing aromatic experience that may just remind you of a day at the spa.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
A touch of electric lavender outer petals with creamy white centers and dense silver foliage, 15-20 inches tall and 10-15 inches wide.
—Betty Cahill, The Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2024
Weinberg recommends her own brand’s The Long Weekend Sample Set, which includes a citrus scent for Friday, bright fruit for Saturday, warm gourmand for Sunday, and soothing lavender tea for Monday.
—Kara McGrath, Allure, 3 Apr. 2024
Those three buildings appear over and over through the decades, in black on blue, lavender, orange, yellow or white; in white on black; surrounded by smudgy fingerprints or plumes of smoke; naked in fields of color; rendered in oil, ink, graphite or pastel.
—Will Heinrich, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2024
Herbal Tea Ritual: Enjoy a cup of caffeine-free herbal tea, such as chamomile or lavender, to promote relaxation and create a soothing bedtime ritual.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2024
Customers can also add floral flavor to any menu item with the limited-time lavender cream cold foam.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 19 Mar. 2024
The Turkish oushak rug with its soft lavender, sage green, camel, and dusty blue sets the tone for the room’s color palette.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024
Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
Several other pieces from Titanic were also part of the auction, from the ship's helm wheel to Rose's white, pink, and lavender chiffon dress.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 25 Mar. 2024
Now, Starbucks is trying another unexpected addition to its drinks: lavender.
—Lauren Phillips, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024
Fresh thyme delivers a strong herbal flavor, with floral notes similar to lavender and rosemary.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 29 Feb. 2024
Her signature cake bars are topped with a rainbow of edible, pesticide-free flower petals, and come in flavors such as ube coconut, passion fruit, cookies and cream, and lavender lemon marble.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2023
Although the model previously bleached her brows in the spring of 2022, this new look is enhanced by her long, lavender gray locks.
—Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
Blondes might incorporate strawberry blonde, pinks or even lavender blue highlights.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 26 Dec. 2023
This moisturizing body wash from Aveeno claims to be a stress free option that has soothing oat and lavender scents for calming.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 14 Jan. 2024
Noun
The linens swathing the beyond-comfortable beds range from 500 to 800 thread count, and to complete the sleeping experience there’s also a pillow menu with myriad options—memory foam, spelt and lavender, foot pillow, down—to choose from.
—Sarah Khan, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
It is scented with lavender and peppermint oils for a relaxing aromatic experience that may just remind you of a day at the spa.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
A touch of electric lavender outer petals with creamy white centers and dense silver foliage, 15-20 inches tall and 10-15 inches wide.
—Betty Cahill, The Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2024
Weinberg recommends her own brand’s The Long Weekend Sample Set, which includes a citrus scent for Friday, bright fruit for Saturday, warm gourmand for Sunday, and soothing lavender tea for Monday.
—Kara McGrath, Allure, 3 Apr. 2024
Those three buildings appear over and over through the decades, in black on blue, lavender, orange, yellow or white; in white on black; surrounded by smudgy fingerprints or plumes of smoke; naked in fields of color; rendered in oil, ink, graphite or pastel.
—Will Heinrich, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2024
Herbal Tea Ritual: Enjoy a cup of caffeine-free herbal tea, such as chamomile or lavender, to promote relaxation and create a soothing bedtime ritual.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2024
Customers can also add floral flavor to any menu item with the limited-time lavender cream cold foam.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 19 Mar. 2024
The Turkish oushak rug with its soft lavender, sage green, camel, and dusty blue sets the tone for the room’s color palette.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024
Verb
Essential oils, including tea tree, lavender, and clove oils, can also zap fungi, which eliminates excess sebum and oily hair.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
Several other pieces from Titanic were also part of the auction, from the ship's helm wheel to Rose's white, pink, and lavender chiffon dress.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 25 Mar. 2024
Now, Starbucks is trying another unexpected addition to its drinks: lavender.
—Lauren Phillips, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024
Fresh thyme delivers a strong herbal flavor, with floral notes similar to lavender and rosemary.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 29 Feb. 2024
Her signature cake bars are topped with a rainbow of edible, pesticide-free flower petals, and come in flavors such as ube coconut, passion fruit, cookies and cream, and lavender lemon marble.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 29 Dec. 2023
Although the model previously bleached her brows in the spring of 2022, this new look is enhanced by her long, lavender gray locks.
—Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
Blondes might incorporate strawberry blonde, pinks or even lavender blue highlights.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 26 Dec. 2023
This moisturizing body wash from Aveeno claims to be a stress free option that has soothing oat and lavender scents for calming.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 14 Jan. 2024
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